Lowcap

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Lowcap Information

Lowcap is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis. Other than this, Lowcap has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Lowcap depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Lowcap include Dizziness, Headache. While these are the most often observed Lowcap side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Lowcap are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Lowcap's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lowcap has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lowcap related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Liver Disease, Hemophilia must refrain from the use of Lowcap since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lowcap have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Lowcap have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lowcap is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Lowcap Benefits & Uses

Lowcap is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lowcap Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Heart Attack
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.75 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 days
  • Special Instructions: Given with Aspirin
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 days
  • Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist

Lowcap Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lowcap safe for pregnant women?


    Lowcap can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Lowcap, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Lowcap safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Lowcap as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lowcap on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Lowcap. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lowcap on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Lowcap. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lowcap only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lowcap on the Heart?


    Lowcap may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Lowcap with Other Drugs

Lowcap should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Lowcap Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lowcap unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lowcap

  • Is this Lowcap habit forming or addictive?


    Lowcap is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Lowcap will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Lowcap only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Lowcap in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Lowcap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lowcap


    There is no information on the effects of taking Lowcap with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lowcap


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lowcap.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 638-640

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium)



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